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Monday, December 21, 2009

International Trailer for 'Robin Hood' Explains the Storyline

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Russell Crowe's Robin Hood is outlawed and cited as an enemy of the state because of his attempts to free his home village from the oppression caused by the new Sheriff of Nottingham.

After debuting the first trailer for "Robin Hood", Universal Pictures has shared another preview to this Russell Crowe-starring movie by releasing an international trailer. Making its way out via Yahoo! Movies UK, the new video has managed to reveal more about the film's story as it features more lines from the characters.

Based on the Robin Hood legend, the film follows Sir Robin Hood of Locksley, Earl of Huntington, who has returned to Nottingham after fighting in the Third Crusade just to find the oppression caused by the new Sheriff of Nottingham. Using his intelligence and military skills, he tries to free his home village from tyranny and corruption in England.

However, his attempts to cause an uprising has made him being outlawed and cited as an enemy of the state. While trying to lead a successful revolt, Robin must also win the affection of the recently widowed Maid Marian.

Coming from Ridley Scott, the man behind "Gladiator", "Robin Hood" was initially entitled "Nottingham". Russell Crowe leads with Cate Blanchett, Matthew Macfadyen, Mark Strong, and Danny Huston in supporting roles. The movie will open wide in theaters across the U.S. on May 14, 2010.

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